LAKE COUNTY — Three local students have completed their climb through the ranks of boy scouts to graduate as eagle scouts this year. Sheldon McCloud, Harlon Leishman, and Kile Gowen were the three local eagle graduates this year. According to research from Scouts BSA - formerly Boy Scouts of America – only 4% of all scouts have earned this rank. In order to reach eagle rank, a scout must: — be active for at least six months — show dedication to Scout Oath and Scout Law — provide references from family, work, church, and other community groups — earn 21 merit badges — serve a minimum of s...
See’s Candy has arrived. Pick up a box or two. Give one away to someone special, but keep the other one for yourself. Limited supply. Variety of flavors and styles. Shop early and often. If you got to church or work an hour early on Nov. 6, you were not alone. If you did...
News from Tracy McNair, RRW Coordinator DIXON— Dixon Schools recently celebrated Red Ribbon Week with a different theme every day. On Monday students wore all red to kick off Red Ribbon Week. Then on Tuesday, students wore mismatched clothes, socks and shoes to express the message, &ld...
News from Montana FAA MONTANA — Montana FFA Members recently returned from participation at the National FFA Convention and Expo held in Indianapolis, IN. Approximately 600 Montana students attended the convention where they engaged in competitions, leadership workshops, tours and educational semi...
News from Janie Osborne, Montana Free Press BOZEMAN — The average cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Bozeman is nearing $2,000 a month. Renters report dramatic monthly increases when their leases are up, and the vacancy rate is consistently below 2%. In short, you’re lucky to find...
RONAN — The Ronan North Project has begun work to complete construction on the four-lane construction of U.S. Highway 93. Beginning at the Round Butte Road intersection, the project will extend about a mile and a half to tie into the existing four lane structure. Additionally, it’ll continue a sh...
RONAN — At their last meeting on Oct. 26, the Ronan City Council addressed the local animal problem by passing an ordinance that will go into effect 30 days from approval. Animal Control ordinance number 2022-05 is meant to address local problems with loose, vicious dogs. While an emergency or...
MONTANA — The 2022 general election is Tuesday, Nov. 8, and as absentee ballots have already gone out, odds are that scores of Montanans are already busy filling in their votes. If you’re not registered yet, are planning to vote at the polls, or are still confused about what election laws may or ...
ST. IGNATIUS — It is that time of year when clocks need to be changed. Don’t forget Nov. 6 is the day to set your clocks for the winter months. We are asking everyone to remember to vote on Nov. 8 as your vote is important. The St. Ignatius Senior Center is open for lunch every Tuesday a...
POLSON — Set your clocks back an hour before you go to bed on Nov 5. Register and vote at Linderman gym on Nov. 8. Your vote is your voice. Exercise your franchise. Report threats. Celebrate democracy in action. After you have voted, or before, come to the Polson Senior Center on Tuesday, Nov. 8,...
